Kodiak Canvas 12x9 Cabin Tent Overview - Awesome 4 Season Tent
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- Опубліковано 10 лют 2025
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I recently picked up the Kodiak Canvas 12x9 Cabin tent from Amazon,
amzn.to/2qmCGD0 and figured I would do an overview video for the tent. I haven't used the tent enough to do a true full review, in my opinion that would take about year, but I have slept in the tent for about 8 nights and have had it in some nasty weather.
The Kodiak Canvas 12x9 Cabin Tent is not a backpacking tent. This thing is heavy. 92 pounds or so heavy but it excels in many areas. This tent is a 4 season tent with a ton of room. It will work just as well keeping you warm in frigid or wet weather as it will at keeping you shaded and cool in warm weather. The tent boasts a ton of windows that open up to create a very airy and open feel.
Overall I am pleased with this tent and the company that makes it. This is my second Kodiak Canvas Tent and I can tell the quality and craftsmanship in this one is as good as it was in my other Kodiak Canvas tent.
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Last winter, I used 6133 model which is same body with living room on -4F and windy days. The biggest issue was too much winds coming from the awning wall bottom side. I guess anyone who want winter camping flexbow models are better choice. It totally block winds. For next winter I will add additional velcro to lock the side door perfectly! Nice review!
I have this tent and have used it a few times so far out in the desert in Southern California, very rocky and sandy conditions, and that floor holds up to rocky terrain no problem. It is a heavy tent but once you figure out how to set it up it is easy especially if you have a friend to help you. I also sleep on a large cot and with two guys on cots in this tent there is still tons of room. This tent is super comfortable and roomy, very well made and stands up to the elements. I'm thinking of buying the annex to add on to this tent just to give us more cover from the sun on hot days when we're out there and a place to eat that is sheltered from sun and wind.
How does the tent handle the high desert winds?
@@Morongobill the tent handles the wind fine but staking it down in the desert sand is a challenge and keeping the corners staked down when it is windy is also a challenge. I have been parking a vehicle nearby to give it some extra wind protection and placing large rocks on the corner stakes to keep them from being pulled up by wind getting under the corners of the tent. The tent itself has stood up to 20+ mph sustained winds. My friends call it the M*A*S*H tent.
Recently purchased the cabin tent with the awning. Also purchased the optional screen room. I live and hunt in south Florida and the screen room will be a life saver during archery season. I watched many videos before making my purchase. They are great tents.
They sure are solid tents. I've had a Flexbow for about 4 years and now I am in this one and so far I really like it. Thanks for watching!
Truly my Kodiak canvas much, much better than a nylon one I had for years. And what I mean, not that hot but at night keep the warmth. Love it ,love it ,love it...
They are great, love mine as well!
Just bought this tent for camping in November. Cant wait.
Awesome, they sure are a good tent.
How you liking it so far ?
@@Outwestwithchris1 What about the floor seams where after you've walked & possibly stretched, even though it's thick material ?? Should a person take seam sealer & run inside along the edges ?? I've had mine a year & a half, haven't been able to use it, but gearing up, won't be much longer. I'm totally excited !!!
Still the best of the best! It makes long term camping much more relaxing in all weather conditions.
Such good rents
Thanks for making this video! I've been going back and forth between the flex-bow VX and this cabin tent. It's hard to make a decision without seeing the tents in person. I finally ordered the cabin tent for the headroom and straight walls. I feel confident I made the right decision for my needs and your videos helped me decide. Thanks!
Awesome, I actually dont think you could go wrong with either one. Glad the videos helped!
Thanks for this review. I am mad keen on camping, so I have a Summer tent (big 8-man octagonal cabin), foulweather tent (a 6 man trad dome), & a Winter-chill tent (cramped 3-man hiker dome). That last 1 is much smaller than my claustrophobia likes, but natch retains body-heat more easily (& if it's freezing, I line it w. foil blankets). But I really want something bigger, but not colder, + to integrate my camp stove, which means canvas on all 3 accounts; the most obvious option is a bell/sibley tent or a tipi, but I have fatigue of those styles from how overexposed they currently are, & I dislike the lack of "useable" (aka standing) room, + the shape of them means most warmth is lost upwards, anyway, so I have been looking at the few remaining options.
One of them is this tent, & I like it better than most others, since it's not bigger than my brain + gear collectively need + thus I'm not paying for the _excess_ space, but still airy enough to stave off that claustrophobia (which the flex-bow is not, due to the inward slope of the walls [yes, my rainy-weather tent is a dome, but it's a square dome with a 10ft footprint + 6ft standing room, so it's actually just roomy enough]).
So I am watching + reading every consumer review I can get my eyes on! This was a really good, useful one. Thank you for being a vital part of my decision-making process on this extremely expensive, & so important, purchase. ☺
I'm glad the video was helpful. It would be so cool if these came stove ready.
I've got this tent as well. I bought it for elk camp here in Wyoming. I can't say enough good things about it. For the money it beats anything else out there. I've posted a couple of videos as well. The organizers that hang from those rubber rings come with the deluxe version of the Cabin Tent. You can also buy them separately from Kodiak or your retail supplier. Thanks for the video you posted. I saw your other videos about Kodiak Canvas before purchasing mine.
Awesome man, I need to order some more of the organizers. Thanks for watching!
I am having such a hard time picking a tent. I have narrowed it down to the 12x9, 10x14 FlexBow, or the 12x9 with awning and enclosure. I'm camping once a month give or take, and doing short 2-3 night trips. I am hoping with a Kodiak ill be doing some winter camping too. My wife comes with me when she can, but i'll be by myself mostly.
Wow, I have an old tent, probably new in 1980 that uses the same three pole support system. It has canvas roof and synthetic side walls. It has standing room in the very center. Mine is 8 x 10. One third of it is a screen room. There is a zip up door between the sleeping area and the screen room. I hadn't seen a tent with this pole system in a long time. I actually like it as it is sturdy.
It's a sturdy design for sure. Pain in the butt to lug around but great for car camping and base camps. Thanks for watching.
That's a really good design 👌
I bought mine a year and a half ago, then health issues stopped me from using it yet. However, I'm gearing up this year though, my dog and I love remote wilderness camping. Can't wait ! Thank's for your Video here...
Would love to see another update on your Kodiak tents!
I go to use the Flex Bow and this tent with Chris and it was awesome. Even when really wet out the window set up allows the windows to be opened and still keep the inside of the tent dry. It is really really well built and should last for a really long time. Good vid OWWC.
+Critical Customs really really well built!!! Thanks for watching and letting folks know what you think being that you have used these tents as well.
I've had this one (with the attached awning) for two seasons now. Use it primarily for family camping trips, Scouting events, etc. I have to agree it is phenomenal, particularly in the heat and mugginess of the deep South. My first canvas tent, certainly won't be my last.
Yeah I can't wait to use it more this year! Thanks for watching!
Do you prefer the flex bow or this cabin? I am debating on what one to get. Great video. Thank you.
can't wait to get mine out next season.
For sure, I'm looking forward to some camping trips too!
great video Chris! I am looking into geting the 12x9 with awning. i havve a one person swag tent and a larger wall style tent
anyways great video
I’d love something like this with a stove jack Beautiful tent 🏕
I really love this tent.
+James Harvey same here. Its a great one!
Nice job Thank you. 💕🦋💜 for me that little slip would be good for solar power cables.
I love my flex bow tent, but have been eyeing this one because I live in south Texas and during the summers, (heck who am I kidding fall and spring too) air conditioning is a must anymore. It looks like it has a good flat surface to have a custom a/c port added where as the flex bow walls are angled. Great review; thank you.
+Hank Alistair glad it was helpful!
I’ve had this tent for 8 years now only thing I don’t like is the small Velcro strap to hold down the awning door.
That’s the only thing I had to modify myself with more Velcro just hold it down during winter elk hunts
Do you think magnets would work for what you are talking about? That way you don't void any warranty by physically modifying the tent?
@@keithrichmond5045 I’m not worried about the warranty I’ve had mine since 2016. I’m also great at sewing by hand it just takes patience.
Chris. Thanks so much for this review. I was inclined to get this after your reviews but knowing that it weighs 92lbs!!! Don’t think this would be our tent :( as we want to be nimble and hike around areas. Another thing I was concerned about was how long it takes for the canvas to dry out after rain and snow...
Again thanks for your informative and detailed videos!
Thanks for watching! Yeah it is definitely not a hiking around with type of tent. It's a great tent but not for that. Cheers!
He didn’t answer your question about drying out time?
how does this compare to the flexbow? Which one do you prefer if you were to pick one?
Good video,good tent for $$🇺🇸👍thanks for sharing 😎
My dad got me one for father's day couple years ago
Best damn tent ever
I'm installing a stove in mine soon
Awesome man! These are great tents! Thanks for watching!
Is there a ready made hole for the stove pipe in the tent?
Glenda, there is not.
Chris, I have the 12x9 Cabin Tent. I love the tent but it can be a lot of work to setup, usually I'm setting it up by myself. I'm looking to buy the Flex-Bow 10x14. Which one are you using the most? Be great to hear more of your thoughts on the difference between the two.
Chris, I’m looking to buy this tent or the 10x14 flex bow deluxe. Which one would you go with if you were only going to buy one? We camp in all 4 seasons.
Great review mate. I just spent $1500 (Australia) on a Black Wolf Turbo 300 plus in canvas which I’m very happy with. I think $500 US for the Kodiak is a pretty good deal considering the quality.
Thank you, yeah some people scoff at the prices of these tents but they don't realize the quality of a well made canvas tent and to me $500 is fair. Thanks for watching!
SPectacular tent Chris, for a canvas tent id say well worth the price, That ventilation though is choice, need to see you out in that bugger when its 112 degrees out in cali, Alas you showeed everythiung off but the two floor zips , im guessing thats for the wood stove one can purchace for a small cabin tent like that so you dont freexe in the winter on those hunting trips. A+ on the review, hoping you have a wonderful new year.
+Chaucer Faux thanks for watching bud... I will test it out in the heat this summer for sure. So.... If this thing has floor zips I was totally oblivious to it. I don't think it does though. That would be an awesome feature but I don't think this one ships ready for a stove insert.
i have the 14 x 10 kodiak tent and even though its a great tent the walls arent very straight so you lose a little standing space so this 12 x 9 would offer about the same space for standing up. the tent I own also has much less window venting even though it has two doors and two windows they are on opposite walls so if the wind is blowing the wrong way very little breeze comes through. Kodiak now makes a 14 x 10 with windows on the opposite walls also so that is the one I would buy of the 14 x 10. I think I would buy the 12 x 9 deluxe with the optional awning that is encloseable.
The 12 x 9 deluxe is an awesome tent, kinda regret not getting that one.
I have a 9 x 12 canvas Monterey cabin tent, I think the model number is 531 or 153 oh, and I wanted to know how would I go about heating it, what's the best way to heat it to keep you warm on cold days? Mine only has 3 big windows, there's one on each side, the one in the back and then the door, which both sides open. The thing is about my tent, it doesn't zip up all the way, it's canvas at the bottom, then the zippers goes down to open the windows, and across the top there's nothing to keep it closed tightly, it just has a string to tie it up, which kinda holds it close together, but doesn't totally seal it off. This is the only thing that I don't like about it, and oh yeah, and the screen on the door unzips from bottom to top, and across the bottom, but the outer door only unzips up and down, there's nothing to zip up the bottom, which will let more air in when it's really windy. Do you think they can add a zipper on the outside bottom door, and across the top of the 3 windows? Thanks for your time and help.
Thanks for the video
Question: I live in the high desert and we get a lot of Wind…I’m debating between this one and the flexbow, in your experience which is better for windy conditions?
Thank you!
Great looking tent! I've been looking for a good 4 season
This is a solid option Budo. See ya tomorrow, let's hook some fish!
Great review Chris.
+Fattie thank you!
Hey Cris, Can I get that tent with a stove jack? Thanks, Bob.
As far as I know that is not an option. I heard some rumblings of a Kodiak tent that would have that as an option, not sure if that actually happened or ever will happen though.
Hey! The Kodiak Lodge tent has a stove jack
I wonder how practical it would be to put a lightweight, flexible solar panel on the roof. I have one that is under 8 lbs & am fairly certain the roof would support it, but am uncertain how to secure it 🤔
On the one side there is a large window door. It has zippers on the sides but does not have a zipper on the bottom. Just a small velcro piece. Do you find that cold air seeps up from underneath and into the cabin??
Personally, I'd just get a couple small magnets and seal it up even more.
Hey Chris hello from Delaware. Is that tent able to add a wood stove?
Hey Chris thanks for all the reviews on these tents. I’m actually looking at buying a kodiak canvas tent and I’ve watched all your videos involving them. Anyways I’m basically sold on the 10x14 flexbow tent but before I pull the trigger on it this spring, was wondering if you liked this tent better? I like the ease of setup with flexbow (from everything I’ve seen on here) compared to the cabin style. Just wondering if you thought the extra setup time was worth this over that. I’ll be using it mainly for weekend summer camping trips and some fall deer season hunting camp trips. Thanks man
+hockeyfan1983 I like both tents quite a bit. Due to the vertical side walls on the cabin tent it feels like you have more room even though the footprint is a tad smaller. The Flexbow is definitely a great option and like you said, it is easy to set up. I cant really say which I prefer, I really like both of them. They do have a cabin tent version that has a really nice awning that you can also put sidewalls on, that one looks awesome.
Great review, thanks!
And thank you for watching!
Trying to decide between the flexbow 10x14 deluxe vx and the 12x9 cabin. Now that it’s been a while since this post, what are your recommendations? Looking at family camping with a toddler and the occasional older teenager. Thanks!
If you've got an extra hand to help with setting up the cabin tent would be my choice. You can set up solo, that's how I end up doing it. I like the vertical walls of the cabin tent, more useable space. I'd recommend spending a little extra and getting the 12x9 cabin with the awning because you can easily turn it into another room of the tent. Hope that helps!
Does this heater you have will work for Montana weather during hunting season I thought of wood stoves but that be a whole lot extra to pack but I heard propane heaters u have to be careful with as well
Well this video was filmed about 10 miles from Montana so it should work in a few parts of Montana anyways.
@@Outwestwithchris1 how much is the tent my friend?
I was sure hoping to see a stove jack on there.
Yeah, that's probably the most questioned thing about the Kodiak tents. That would be pretty nice
Does canvas get condensation when you use propane for heat? I love my 12x12 Alaknak with Three Dog Stove. Sometimes in the Fall where it's not that cold at night, I use a Mr. Buddy but get condensation on the walls.
I had one night in this tent when it was raining pretty hard outside and we were running the heater and it seemed like there was some minor condensation, nothing like a non-canvas tent though. I do vent the tent by cracking windows though whenever possible, I think that helps reduce some of the condensation issues.
@@Outwestwithchris1 Heat will drive out condensation IF there is a place for it to go. Even a small vent can be sufficient.
Hey! This is an awesome video... I have a German shepherd that would be joining me in all my camping with this tent and was wondering what you think of his nails with the flooring ? Thank you!
It's pretty good floor material but I might want to have his nails trimmed up a bit before camping season just to be safe. Thanks for watching!
Just where do you get these kodiak tents. Every place I try to go it goes to this competitive edge site an all it shows. Out of stock on every single tent. Looking at the 12x12
Cabelas/Bass pro, sportsman’s
Does this have a hook in the middle of ceiling?
Hey Chris I just started watching your vids today and I subbed, I love the content!! If u don't mind me asking, which state do you live in?
+Diesel_Power 00 thanks for checking out the channel, glad you enjoy the content. I live in Northern California.
I need something ultralight. Im going for the seek outside teepee tents with wood stove
Cool, thanks for watching.
Great vid and awesome tent. Was surprised at how well it held the heat up at camp with as nasty as it got.
+Squirreled Life yeah man, in was impressed too! And just the fact it didn't fall down with all that snow! Thanks for watching bud!
Do you prefer the FlexBow or this one? I will be putting them up by myself.
Both are awesome. The flexbow is easier to set up solo but once you get the hang of it the cabin tent isn't too tough solo either. I like the cabin tent for the straight walls. It's a really nice often overlook feature. It makes the tent feel even bigger. Hope that helps!
Great video man!!!
+Mario Castro thanks man!
The Canvas tents seem warmer. What do you use as your heat source?
Do canvas tents have a mold issue that can easily occur?
If So, how do You handle it?
how would you compare it to the flex bow and whats the major differences?
It's a bit harder to set-up than the Flexbow but the interior space is more useable because two of the walls are vertical. It feels bigger on the inside. The Flexbow has some nice features though, both are good tents in my opinion.
How is this tent 4 years later?
Alright can tell it gonna be good catching up on your vids. A tent I can stand up in is one I haven’t had yet. Looks like good price for canvas, big windows are friggin noooce! How many more cool vids am I missing? Hope you’re gonna bless someone with your older tent, sounds nice I’ll have to google it. Nah, probably next review huh? LTR
Lol... there are a ton of great vids you missed. Grab some popcorn and binge watch! lol
Out West with Chris binging till batteries die 10% 2 minuets ago. But got all day tomorrow
Northern tool etc...moving blanket makes great floor
Yes, moving blankets do work really well for floors in these tents, we have used those in the past too! Thanks for watching!
Wish they would come out with a tent that could accommodate a wood stove
Yeah that would be pretty cool. Thanks for watching!
Which of the two tents would you say you have more room. The flex bow 10x14 sides seem more slanted limiting the space.
I feel like the cabin has more room for the exact reason you mention. The cabins straight walls help utilize more floor space.
Are those the big YKK Zippers?
So I see your big buddy heater there. does 1 of those heat the whole tent or do you need 2?
It does alright unless it's really really cold... The only issue is the standard sized canister runs out in about 6 hours. For cold weather and long Winter nights I prefer my Dyna-Glo propane tank top heater.
@@Outwestwithchris1 Did you use the 15,000 BTU model?
How many hours of heat does it generate from a how many pounds propane tank?
What was the approximate temperature difference indoors to outdoors given it enough time to fully heat up?
What about concerns with rising carbon monoxide levels due to limited ventilation?
Patrick -. I will do my best to answer your questions. Yes, I believe 15000 BTU. We typically run the heaters from about 7pm to 5am so 10 hours a day, and we usually get 3-3.5 days off a 20lb tank. Overnight temps in the 20-30 degree range, sometimes lower, inside the tent it gets pretty warm, hard to say exactly how warm but sometimes a little too warm to where we have to unzip the sleeping bags. We do crack some of the windows to help with ventilation. Hope that helps.
What are your thoughts on the 6133 model with the 8x 8.5 foot awning? I like the idea of being able to add the sidewalls for additional protection from the bugs and storage of gear but, in windy conditions I’m told it would have to be taken down and rolled up. That’s discouraging to say the least. Any thoughts?
I'm kinda bummed I didn't get that particular model (even though I like the one I did get) because I really like the idea of the added storage area as well. I didn't realize about the wind though, I'm wondering if you were to add a few extra guy lines if it would be an issue though. Like I mention before, kinda bummed I didn't get this one so I'd say go ahead and get it, if you can't deploy it due to wind its always there for the non windy trips too.
Out West with Chris I agree, I think it’s probably better to have it and be able to use it when you need then not. Thank you very much for your fast response. Love your channel bud. Take care and be safe out there.
Rusty Bosley thanks man, much appreciated!
We have the 6133. Had it for about a year now, used it 30 nights. The awning is a great feature. I cannot imagine getting the cabin style tent without the awning. It totally makes the tent. We have survived many a Florida storm in this tent with the awning and side walls installed. Two are particularly memorable. 20-30kt gusts, 6 plus inches of rainfall. If you spike it all down and install all the guy lines like you are supposed to, you will be fine up to those conditions. The awning area cannot be sealed enough to keep bugs out, however. They are getting in.
Hey after all this time ...... which tent do you think is a better purchase? The cabin tent or the 10x14 flex bow?
Probably the Flexbow, just because it's so easy to set up alone. Both are really good though. The Cabin tent maximizes the floorspace because of the straight walls. Both are good but probably the Flexbow.
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great review, thanks!
A stray question regarding canvas tents in general; What do you think the reason is for canvas tents typically not having that 'Bathtub floor' style you see in the taffeta/ nylon tents?
+Amanda Badger I am not positive on the answer to that question but I think it probably has something to do with not needing it as much. This past fall I had about a foot of snow piled up on the side of the tent and we didnt have any issues with water intrusion.
Amanda--excellent question. Synthetic tents have an inner tent that is breathable--not waterproof, and an outer fly that is waterproof--not breathable. Since the inner walls of those tents are not waterproof, it is required to do a bathtub floor so it will not leak where the wall meets the floor. Since Kodiak Canvas tents are made with Hydra-shield canvas that is waterproof and breathable a bathtub floor is not needed. It would add cost, and weight, and not necessarily add any benefit. Hope that answers your question. Happy camping.
This tent does not need bathtub style floor. When the material gets wet it swells and basically seals out of the water. When its installed correctly the wall edges are not touching the floor. They are a good 2-3 inches above. This will be fine in practically any rainstorm. If your whole camp spot floods with a foot of water or whatever, there is no tent that will keep that water out. In few words, there is just no practical reason to have that feature in this tent.
It's been my experience that canvas tents are, cooler in the summer, warmer in the winter, I'm wondering if you can get a stove Jack sewn-in for a box wood burning style stove.... (AKA) hot tenting....
@@thefusilier4702 this tent is actually quite flammable. You should be careful having fire anywhere near this tent, let alone inside.
How much do you air vent with the Mr. Heather On? Great video. Thanks!
I unzip a few of the windows at the tops to get a little airflow, that typically does the trick!
How do you heat the 12x9 for winter camping? I have seen a video of someone putting a stove in one, i really don’t want to do that but I do want heat. Will it withstand 10 to 20 degree temps? Kodiak doesn’t recommend heaters in there tents, just trying to figure out how u stay warm in yours. Thanks for any insight.
Heat is a problem for canvas tents in general. The material of this particular tent is actually pretty flammable. I would not use any gas burning or wood burning or similar heat devices with this tent unless absolutely neccesary. The chances it will catch on fire are actually pretty high if the tent material is dry. If the tent material is wet, then suffocation becomes a real possibility. Your best bet is to use electric heaters. We have used 1500w 5200btu milkhouse heaters with no issues on several occasions. If you simply must use a non-electric heater, I would recommend a Mr. Buddy heater. At least those have built in low oxygen and tilt sensing safety features. Also, no open flames or embers to worry about. A single milkhouse heater is enough to keep the temp inside about 30 degrees warmer than outside with two people. That plus sleeping bags goes a long way.
free88 awesome thanks for the response I have electric heaters that should work! Thanks again
I live in kodiak
Has to be preforming good in absolutely bad weather to wear that name,🌌
Damn straight. I've heard from several folks who live in theirs for at least part of the year. Thanks for watching.
Does this tent leaks in heavy rain?
Good review looks pretty tough.
+Derrick Murphy thanks man, its tough as nails!
hacve you had any issues with this tent or the flexbow tent geitting damp/condensation from the propane heaters?
No major issues but there was one night when it was raining pretty hard that it seemed like there some minor condensation, nothing too heavy though. Usually I vent the tent by cracking some windows (if not it gets too darn hot actually) and I think that helps with reducing condensation.
Great review and like I told you love that tent.... one last thing.. please make sure you credit the awesomeness of this video to a certain person being in it in the background...... lmao..
+Yankee Tanker Outdoors haha, ok.... I give all the credit to Lucas. Lol.
Did you season your tent? Before you went camping!
These come ready for the weather so the answer is no. Thanks for watching!
Out West with Chris ok thank you!
Appreciate the time you put into these videos they are a big help to us in deciding which route to go. As I understand it, you've had both the Kodiak Flex bow and the cabin tent. How do they compare? I'm trying to decide between this one and the 10x10 flex bow. It will be mostly camping while fishing though will also do a bit of elk/deer hunting in october and november in Idaho. Any help you could give on comparing the two would be greatly appreciated!
So I would lean towards the cabin tent for space reasons vs the 10x10. The vertical walls make the space more useable. They have a cabin tent with a really nice awning as well, that might work for ya. The Flexbows have some really nice features though. Several models include some organization items that you can hang inside the tent. They are also really easy to set up so if you are going solo that will be a benefit. Hope that helps.
How does it hold up to the snow weight?
Did pretty darn good on that trip. We knocked off accumulation as we saw it but a few times had several inches with no issues.
Ok, so if it is "just as good as the flexbow tent" but harder to set up solo why should any one buy it instead of the flex bow?
I'm not a salesperson for Kodiak, just giving my thoughts on the tents. I like both of them. I like the straight walls of cabin tent and the window layout as well.
Nice tent. I've got a family of five and growing, any recommendations for a large family size tent?
+DW Strange the Kodiak Canvas 10×14 Flexbow would be good, if you are looking for something a little more lightweight the Coleman Octagon 98 is a nice spacious tent as well. I have a review of that one on the channel. We had the Octagon 98 at elk camp this year and that thing held a 3" snow load! Not a true 4 season tent but its still a good option.
Thanks Chris!
I have a soon to be family of 6 and I just picked up the 10x14 flexbow. It's perfect although 6 really is Max in this 8 person ⛺
For the price, I can almost pick up a smittybilt roof top tent.
Those roof top tents look pretty awesome but I'm not sure if I'd personally like them. Would love to check them out someday though. Thanks for watching.
What kinds of wind can it withstand ??
I don't think their official literature says a specific number. Ive had mine in gusts in the 30mph range.
Thanks just asking because I was in big winds once an went through 3tents an need one for a family that can withstand some big winds if needed thanks through for the respond quickly
Yeah no problem. This should work, the frame is galvanized steel tubing.
$600? Woah. I assume its a tough tent.
+DropForgedSurvival yeah the price tag is a bit hefty but these tents are lifetime tents if taken care of properly. It's tough as nails. Thanks for watching!
They are the best for the money! I bought a Kodiak Canvas Cabin tent a few years ago, based on one of Chris' reviews of his Kodiak Flexbow tent. I just spent five days camping and fishing, during which it rained for 26 hours straight and my tent did not leak, not even a little. Yes, it's heavy and expensive, but it is worth the trouble to lug it around and worth every penny I paid for it!
I own same tent staked well its indestructible keeps heat in great and can hold two outfitter sized cots plus room to move around
I paid $499.00 for mine
It was worth it
This tent in australia which i owe has been through the harshest and wettest conditions melbourne has thrown at it. Best tents on the market. Plus stands up to winds where others simply collapse.
I need this
Does this tent have a rain fly?
No, it does not need a rain fly as it is canvas and it is waterproof.
Did I misread the specs that flashed up on the screen for a moment, 92 lbs, tell me I misunderstood that....
The entire tent including the tent itself, poles, stakes, and storage bags weigh in at a whopping 92 pounds. After lugging it around I would estimate that about half of the weight is the 1" galvanized steel poles.
the floor SHOULD run up all the walls
Nope, does not need it. Weve been caught in some monster rains. Not once did I wish the floor liner ran up the walls. Bone dry inside. If anything, having more floor liner would be a con, as it would make the tent considerably heavier. Its already too heavy.
I’m not certain there’s any benefit to mentioning features such as _“It has doors that open.”_
What if it had doors that only closed.
I'm never going to camp in freezing cold weather so getting a canvas tent is overkill for me. Thanks for the review tho. I do enjoy tent reviews.
There is no place for me to cook in my tent for my littles stove
After a year of ownership (6133, awning model), I would not call this a 4 season tent. Its 3-ish season. It will handle spring and fall just fine. Winter, eh, not really. Its fine for Florida winter. Not actual, for real winter conditions. Summers, yes, with an asterisk. If it gets wet, you cannot put the tent away. It must be fully, 100% dry to store. This can be a real PITA to deal with in Florida, as it rains a lot. It will keep you bone dry inside, though, in a rainstorm.
Worked great for me in below zero, snowing winter conditions. The drying it out aspect is a real thing though, you just have to plan accordingly. When we packed up on our snowy 7 day trip the tent was wet but we just set up the next day to dry it out when we got back into better weather. No problems.
It will always work out great when its your first few times. A cheap poly tent will work out great the first few times as well. Snow loading is a problem for this tent, especially the awning section. It can only handle light snow loads on in the cabin section, and basically no loads in the awning section. And you are not supposed to use heat sources with the tent as it is quite flammable (especially when dry) and a suffocation hazard (especially when wet), so its pretty hard to call this is a for real winter tent. As for planning for a wet tent, good luck with that. This is not an easy up and down tent. Its heavy and hard to work with dry, and gets even heavier and harder to work with when wet. Simply propping it up in the garage in a corner real quick when you get back home works with poly. Not with this canvas tent. It takes up most of a 2 car garage and you will need no less than 2 box fans blowing for 2-3 days to dry it out all the way. Been there, done that. Dont get me wrong. We like the tent, and have many more trips planned for it. We would recommend it for the die hard tent camper. Just be aware that its not all rainbows and gumdrop smiles with this tent.
one fault with tent. no stove jack.
Yeah I hear what you are saying on that. It's kinda like this tent is a hybrid between the canvas wall tents and the car camping tents. Despite the lack of stove Jack I think it has a place in the market.
Needs a stove jack
Not nearly as good as a Kirkhams tent. Had my Kirkham's tent for thirty years. Still no leaks, and made in the good old US of A. This tent is made in China, and looks and feels like it.
This tent is made in China but to say it looks and feels like it is subjective. These tents, in my opinion, after hard use are worth the money and well made. Is a Kirkhams tent better? I wouldn't know, I've never used one or even seen one in person. I'm sure they are quality though. Maybe you can reach out to them and have them send me one to test out, ;).
It weighs 92 lbs!!
Yeah not a backpacking tent!
Four season,but no stove jack?,,,I have one of those propane heaters you have,but if you run out of canisters,or can't buy anymore ur screwed,,,,A stove jack would have been the cherry on top of a pretty nice tent
Yeah a stove jack would be pretty nice. I know that people have modified the tent and added stove jacks. This works pretty great for what I use it for, we typically are out for around 8-10 days and just plan accordingly but yeah if you were stuck or this was your main means of shelter for a long period, not having a stove would be an issue. Thanks for watching.
What do you use for a heat source